First Rehearsal Photos of Leleka and Semi-Final Acts Released by Eurovision

Eurovision Rehearsals Underway in Vienna

According to Главком: Fresh images from the initial closed-door rehearsals of the first semi-final participants have been shared on Eurovision’s official platform. Each rehearsal lasts 30 minutes and remains off-limits to the press. Once a rehearsal wraps up, delegations move to a dedicated viewing room to review the footage, discussing possible adjustments to visual effects, camera work, and choreography. A 20-minute makeup consultation follows. Photos are posted on Eurovision’s social media channels roughly 24 hours after the rehearsal takes place.

First Semi-Final Lineup

The first semi-final features a diverse array of countries and performers. Ukraine’s entrant, Leleka, has already completed her first rehearsal in Vienna for the song 'Ridnym'. Additional participants include:

• Cyprus (Antigoni - Jalla)
• Latvia (Atvara - Ēnā)
• Denmark (Søren Torpegaard Lund - Før Vi Går Hjem)
• Australia (Delta Goodrem - Eclipse)
• Albania (Alis - Nân)
• Malta (Aidan - Bella)
• Norway (Jonas Lovv - Ya Ya Ya)

These rehearsals mark a critical stage in competition preparation, allowing artists to fine-tune their performances ahead of the live shows. Official rehearsal updates are distributed via a dedicated Reddit channel run by Eurovision’s official account, making them easily accessible to fans.

Rehearsals are essential for ensuring a polished stage presentation. Beyond testing their acts, performers gain valuable feedback from their teams. Given the contest’s widespread popularity-especially across Europe-the participation of Leleka and other artists amplifies interest in the event, showcasing the rich cultural diversity and musical traditions of different nations.

As the excitement builds around the upcoming performances, fans can catch a glimpse of the latest rehearsal moments and insights from the first semi-final. For a deeper dive into the initial rehearsals and the artistic preparations of the participants, check out the first rehearsal photos from Eurovision's opening semi-final, showcasing the talent and creativity of this year's contestants.